Your help is needed to pack emergency food boxes and bags for families and seniors across southern Arizona! Production volunteers participate in an assembly-line style activity and work together to pack non-perishable food items and more for those in need.
Please note that the warehouse assembly-line does get hot and is in a limited space.
*This opportunity does not count as Court-Ordered Community Service. Please click this link to for the Court Ordered Opportunity*
Check in: Meet in the lobby, make yourself a name tag, and sign in on one of our Volunteer Kiosk. A member of the Volunteer Services or the Front Desk Team will be there to direct you to production.
Dress code: We ask that you don't wear tank tops, crop tops, short shorts or sandals/flip flops when volunteering--all shirts must have sleeves and must cover armpits, abdomen, chest and no politically affiliated Clothing. All shoes must be closed-toe and heel shoes. Please be aware that failure to follow the dress code may result in dismissal from the volunteer activity for the day. Please bring your own work gloves if you would like to use them during your shift! :)
Warehouse Safety Rules: Please follow these safety rules to have a great volunteer experience!
- No cell phones, radios, iPods or headphones in the warehouse
- Please follow the dress code above (closed-toe shoes, shirt with sleeves)
- No eating, drinking, smoking or chewing gum in the warehouse
- Warehouse tasks may require you to stand for long periods of time, lift approximately 25 pounds.
Tasks for this opportunity:
- Building emergency bags/boxes
- Placing items in the bags/boxes
- Opening up product for the person putting items in the bag/boxes
- Stacking boxes at the end of the line
- Cleaning up cardboard and waste from the assembly line
Ideal volunteer qualifications:
- Has the ability to place, pick up, and move materials
- Comfortable working as part of a team
- Interest & ability to work in a robust to fast-paced environment
- Able to lift between 20-30 pounds
- Able to stand for shift duration (breaks will be given during the shift as well)
- Flexibility with assigned tasks
- Able to adhere to our warehouse dress code to maintain all safety precautions
General dates & Times (please do not come in the building before 7:30am):
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday
8:30 am - 11:30 AM
Saturday - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
These times may vary, sometimes ending early depending if we meet the goal of the day.
If you have any additional questions, please email us at volunteer@communityfoodbank.org
Safety Guidelines:
All volunteers must be aware of and uphold the safety expectations below in order to volunteer. Note: Lockers are available; however, you will need to bring your own locks. we highly suggest leaving your personal items in your vehicle or at home.
- Volunteers who feel sick or who have come in close contact with a sick person should NOT volunteer.
- Regularly wash/sanitize your hands before, during, and after your shift (including breaks) (hand sanitizer will be available for use)
- Volunteers agree that they feel safe and are able to perform essential tasks, including...
- Standing for the majority of the shift length
- General ability to lift 25-50 lbs from the ground or over the head
- Ability to bend, kneel, push, pull, and walk
- No use of cell phones, iPods, headphones, etc. while in the warehouse
- For food safety, do not chew gum or smoke while volunteering
- No food or glass is permitted in the warehouse distribution area
- Only water is allowed in the warehouse; there is a specific location for water bottles to be stored during the shift
Parking, Entering, and Checking-In (Tuesday - Fridays):
- Saturdays (except for the 4th Saturday of the month), volunteers can park anywhere in the main lot, as we do not have our food distribution!
- Both gates will be open upon arrival for volunteers and staff to park. Please park in the outskirts of the main lot if possible. If it looks full, please park in the south lot, and be vigilant for truck traffic. (see below)
- As able, please reserve the central parking lot for clients
- Please do not come into the building before 7:30 AM unless instructed to
- After parking, make your way to the lobby (see below) to check in at a computer kiosk
- Any questions? Email us at volunteer@communityfoodbank.org
